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FM57 LLF

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2019
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

110,361 mi
Last recorded110,361 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM57 LLF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Fail 8 Jan 2019 110,361 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under body (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2018 105,775 miles

O/s/r inner sill has slight corrosion

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive N/s/r inner sill is corroded with a small 8x13mm hole but is not excessively weakening the suspension mount (2.4.A.3)

Fail 10 Jan 2018 105,775 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Tyre is badly worn on inner edge exposing cord (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement N/s/f lower arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement O/s/f lower arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

O/s/r inner sill has slight corrosion

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive N/s/r inner sill is corroded with a small 8x13mm hole but is not excessively weakening the suspension mount (2.4.A.3)

N/s/f tyre is badly worn on both edges and is near the legal limit

Pass 10 Jan 2017 99,355 miles

All front suspension arm rubber bushes deteriorated

Both rear inner sills slight corrosion with a prescribed area

Both rear trailing arm bushes slightly deteriorated

Fail 10 Jan 2017 99,355 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

All front suspension arm rubber bushes deteriorated

Both rear inner sills slight corrosion with a prescribed area

Both rear trailing arm bushes slightly deteriorated

Both rear tyres worn

Pass 18 Jan 2016 90,295 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 14 Jan 2015 81,814 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2015 81,814 miles

Offside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Pass 16 Jan 2014 70,944 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2014 70,944 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 23 Jan 2013 59,542 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s/f lower wishbone bushs split

n/s/f tyre is wearing on inner edge

o/s/f lower wishbone bushs split

o/s/f tyre is wearing on inner edge

Pass 23 Jan 2013 59,542 miles

n/s/f lower wishbone bushs split

n/s/f tyre is wearing on inner edge

o/s/f lower wishbone bushs split

o/s/f tyre is wearing on inner edge

Pass 25 Jan 2012 47,444 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 34,914 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Ford Ka?

Based on 8,818,307 MOT tests across 675,715 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
4,496
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
675,715
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 404,005
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 371,413
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 361,801
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 270,876
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 263,812
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FM57 LLF is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2008 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 41,756 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Ka fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 404,005 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FM57 LLF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Ka typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 18 years old, this Ford Ka is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FM57 LLF registered?

FM57 LLF is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 January 2008.

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